Explorer's Guide

How will you play?

Knowing how to command your Pikmin is key—and luckily, it’s easy to do. Pikmin 3 offers several different control schemes for total flexibility.

NEW: Wii U GAMEPAD & STYLUS

Starting 5/29/14, you can aim and throw your Pikmin using a stylus and the Wii U GamePad's touchscreen.

Wii Remote™ and Nunchuck™

The Wii Remote and Nunchuk controllers make aiming and throwing your Pikmin simple and intuitive. Just point to the area on the screen where you want your Pikmin to go, and send them flying with the press of a button. This also lets you keep the GamePad by your side so you can view maps and all kinds of other helpful information as you play.

Other ways to play…

TV + Wii U GamePad

Play using traditional button controls while enjoying the dual-screen experience.